Permanent - Junior Warehouse Manager - Cape Town - South Africa

The Junior Warehouse Manager will be responsible for supporting the effective day to day management of warehouse operations, ensuring accurate stock control, efficient distribution to stores, and compliance with company policies and procedures. The role requires strong administrative, organisational, and communication skills to maintain stock integrity and operational efficiency.

• Dispatch accurate stock to the stores (packaging and beverages), manage ingredients for production, and ensure accurate stock takes.
• Supervise a small team of two staff members and assist with packing stock; this is a hands on role and not purely supervisory.
• Assist with the daily supervision and coordination of warehouse operations.
• Ensure accurate receiving, checking, and recording of incoming stock and materials.
• Manage stock control processes, including cycle counts, stock takes, and reconciliations.
• Monitor stock levels and report shortages, damages, or discrepancies.
• Ensure correct storage, handling, and rotation of stock (FIFO principles).
• Coordinate the picking, packing, and dispatching of stock to company stores within required timelines.
• Investigate and resolve stock variances and delivery discrepancies.
• Liaise with suppliers, transport providers, stores, and internal departments regarding deliveries and stock queries.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, audit requirements, and health & safety regulations.
• Assist in supervising warehouse staff, monitoring productivity, attendance, and performance.
• Support onboarding and training of new warehouse employees.
• Prepare operational and stock reports as required by management.
• Assist with cost control by minimising stock losses, damages, and wastage.
• Participate in internal and external audits when required.
• Perform any reasonable operational duties as required to support warehouse efficiency.

• Computer literacy is essential.
• Previous experience working on stock control and/or accounting system is essential.
• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a warehouse or stock related environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with suppliers, stores, and internal stakeholders.
• Proven track record with contactable references.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Clear criminal record (verification required).
• Must meet IP200 requirements.
• Ability to work long hours, weekends, public holidays, and at short notice when operationally required.

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